Hartselle Enquirer

06/13/2025

After deliberating for less than three hours, a Morgan County jury on Thursday found Hartselle chiropractor Brian Thomas Mann guilty of attempted murder for poisoning his wife in late 2021 — a verdict both she and the prosecutor described as the end of a long road to justice.

After deliberating for less than three hours, a Morgan County jury on Thursday found Hartselle chiropractor Brian Thomas Mann guilty of attempted murder for poisoning his wife in late 2021 — a verdict both she and the prosecutor described as the end of a long road to justice. After the verdict was...

06/13/2025

Amy Pace has officially qualified to seek another term on the Hartselle City Schools Board of Education. She will be running for the Place 1 seat in the upcoming election, set for Aug. 26. Pace brings years of experience to the board. She was first appointed in 2016 to fill an unexpired term and aga...

06/13/2025

John Griffith has qualified to run for Place 2 on the Hartselle City Schools Board of Education, bringing with him years of service to the community and a personal investment in the success of the school system. “My wife Kari and I moved to Hartselle a few months after we married because we knew t...

06/12/2025

06/12/2025

Chuck Gill is seeking a third term on the Hartselle City Council. Gill has served for a total of nine years in Place 3. Looking ahead, Gill said he has more he hopes to accomplish if reelected. One of his top priorities is a major infrastructure project. “There are some projects that I haven’t b...

06/12/2025

Rickey Joe Smith has announced his candidacy for Hartselle City Council, Place 5, citing decades of public service experience and a desire to work for all citizens of Hartselle. “I’m asking for your support,” Smith said. “With everyone working together, there can be changes made. I’m not f...

06/11/2025

Tankersley, who has served nine years on the council and previously served two terms as Hartselle’s mayor, said his passion for public service and his love for the community are driving his decision to seek another term.

Hartselle City Councilman Dwight Tankersley has announced his bid for reelection, aiming to continue the positive momentum he said the city has experienced during his time on the council. Tankersley, who has served nine years on the council and previously served two terms as Hartselle’s mayor, sai...

06/11/2025

The College Street Players are set to bring the high-energy, feel-good musical Hairspray to the stage this month, promising a vibrant and spirited production filled with music, dance and a powerful message of acceptance.

The College Street Players are set to bring the high-energy, feel-good musical Hairspray to the stage this month, promising a vibrant and spirited production filled with music, dance and a powerful message of acceptance. Bailee Henderson takes center stage as Tracy Turnblad, with Alissa Downing as P...

06/10/2025

After more than 25 years of supporting families through grief and loss, Hartselle native Kim O’Leary has returned home to open her own therapy clinic, BandAids and Butterflies.

For the Enquirer

06/10/2025

Two candidates have joined the race for seats on the Hartselle City Council. Mike Swafford announced his candidacy for Place 5 on Facebook June 8. “Hartselle has allowed us to be part of the community, make long-lasting friendships and grow as a family,” Swafford said. Swafford said he believes ...

06/10/2025

Alexander, who has served on the council for a combined 13 years, said her decision to run again is rooted in her longtime commitment to community service.

Virginia Alexander has announced her intention to seek re-election to the Hartselle City Council, aiming to retain her seat in Place 4. Alexander, who has served on the council for a combined 13 years, said her decision to run again is rooted in her longtime commitment to community service. “I’m...

06/09/2025

Doss, 76, officially retired from his professional career in 2010, having served as director of finance and administration for Sonoco’s Reels Division. But his contributions to public service span many more years.

Hartselle councilman Ken Doss announced Monday he will not seek reelection and will retire from public service. “It’s with mixed emotions I have decided to retire from public service,” Doss said in a email. Doss, 76, officially retired from his professional career in 2010, having served as dir...